2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Charger and 2009 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Charger | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2737 mm |